Nortec Alp 2.0 Light Mountaineering Micro Crampons EN 893

The Alp 2.0 crampons are aimed at committing outings on frozen ground, where a hiking micro crampon reaches its limits:

• Light mountaineering: approaches, traverses and easy routes on hard snow and ice
• Committing winter hiking: frozen paths, hard snowfields, sections where the footing has to hold
• Frozen undergrowth: the varied spike lengths grip on uneven ground mixing ice, frozen earth and roots
• Long outings: the velcro strap prevents the gradual loosening that comes with hours of walking
• Larger shoe sizes: the XXL size covers up to EU 50, where the other models stop at 48

The Alp 2.0 crampons provide a degree of protection against the foot slipping, and improve stability and traction on icy, snowy, muddy, slippery or wet grassy surfaces. They do not remove the risk of slipping. The manufacturer sets the following limits of use:

• Maximum incline: flat or gently inclined surfaces
• Excluded uses: climbing and extreme activities
• Ground to avoid: hard, rocky or stone-covered ground, where the risk of slipping remains
• Delicate surfaces: do not walk on parquet, wood or carpet
• Driving: remove the crampons before driving
• Removal: take the crampons off as soon as the ground is no longer slippery
• Children: supervision by a responsible adult is essential
• Before each outing: visually check for cracking, corrosion, breakage or deformation, and replace the product if any damage is visible

• Varied spike lengths: grip spread according to where the foot bears down, on ice, hard snow and frozen undergrowth
• Velcro strap: placed over the top of the foot, it locks the crampon onto the shoe
• Puller: makes fitting and removing the crampons easier
• Elastomer: quick fitting and adhesion to the shoe
• Hinged front crampons: limit the build-up of snow and ice
• Steel hoop: positioned at the toe of the shoe for stability
• Spike length: over 10 mm
• Compact case: supplied, made of technical material
• Weight per pair: 480 g (16.9 oz) in M, 500 g (17.6 oz) in L, 520 g (18.3 oz) in XL, 560 g (19.8 oz) in XXL
• Material operating range: from −30 °C / −22 °F to +40 °C / 104 °F, resistance of the plastic and metal structures
• Standard sizes: optimised for lightweight boots

• Category II personal protective equipment: designed and manufactured to the essential safety requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425
• Applicable standard: EN 893:2019, crampons for mountaineering, supplemented by tests agreed between the manufacturer and the notified body
• EU type examination: carried out under module B of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 by the notified body Certottica S.c.r.l., Longarone, Italy
• Marking on the product: CE marking, UKCA marking, manufacturer's mark, date of manufacture in YYYYMM format, production batch, size and pictogram referring to the instructions
• EU declaration of conformity: available to download from the manufacturer's website
• Instructions for use: to be read before first use and kept for the whole service life of the product

The sizes are calibrated for lightweight boots. The hold also depends on the volume of the shoe, which varies by model and brand.

Checking the fit: once in place, the back of the elastomer should sit at least 1 cm above the edge of the shoe, with no loose area and no over-tensioned part. If that is not the case, the size is not the right one.

• After use: rinse in warm water, 30 °C / 86 °F maximum, with mild soap
• Drying: dry completely before storing
• Storage: dry, ventilated place, 30 °C / 86 °F maximum, away from heat sources, direct sunlight and sharp objects
• To avoid: any contact with corrosive substances, oils and lubricants
• Service life: five years from first use, and ten years maximum from manufacture, whatever the storage conditions
• Periodic check: at least once every twelve months from first use
• Repairs: restricted to qualified personnel using original parts — any modification voids the warranty and compromises safety
• End of life: dispose of the product in line with current regulations